• Dalhousie University offers a Master of Science in Nursing for a duration of 2 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
  • This program is available in two options: thesis-based and course-based.
  • Nursing graduate students at Dalhousie receive a varied education, attending seminars, preparing academic papers, conducting research, and completing clinical practicums. 
  • The Master of Science in Nursing program provides students the skills to pursue a career in research and/or academia.
  • The department provides a various degree in the nursing program that is:
    • Master of Nursing (2 years)
    • Doctor of Nursing (4 years)
    • Master of Science in Nursing (2 years)
  • The MScN curriculum consists of five 3-credit hour courses (15 credit hours) and a thesis.
  • Course work is to be completed by full-time students in the first two semesters and by part-time students in the first five semesters.
  • Students are mentored to develop critical perspectives and offered the opportunity to work in research teams within and across disciplines, within the strategic research foci of the School of Nursing.
  • Full-time students in the MScN program are expected to complete the program in 2 years.  Part-time students are expected to complete the program in 4 years.
  • Scholars Seminars are held on a regular basis and students are required to attend on a regular basis. 
  • Graduate studies at Dalhousie’s School of Nursing are guided by a philosophy of primary health care that recognizes the unique strengths of individuals, families, and communities.
  • The average salary goes up to 51,000 USD after completion of the program.